By Judy Thorburn
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PT’s Taverns Celebrate 27 Years in Las Vegas
PT’s Pub on Spring Mountain and Arville Street threw a party on October 2 to celebrate the 27th anniversary of its first tavern in Las Vegas.
On hand was Blake L. Sartini, Golden Gaming, Inc. founder, chairman and chief executive officer and Mayor Oscar Goodman who made a special visit to PT’s Pub.
Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn
Mayor Oscar Goodman and Blake L. Sartini
A podium was set up outside the tavern where Santini spoke about taking over the business from its original owners and how it has grown over the years. He thanked the team members who helped make all 36 locations in town a success. “At the core of every PT’s are the people. We re-invent on a daily basis. What the patrons need is energy and the power of the people that run the business. Without the team members, we wouldn’t be here”, he said.
Santini introduced the Mayor as “The one and only greatest mayor in the U.S. and we are happy to have him here for our 27th anniversary celebration”. Mayor Goodman toasted the occasion with a martini and then read a declaration proclaiming “Oct. 2 the official “PT’s Day” in Las Vegas for the impact it has made on the community. This is what Las Vegas is all about…people inside having a good time.”
The Mayor also surprised Santini with a special “Key to the City” saying he is “a great contributor to the city, having employed a lot of people and provided lots of amenities”.
Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn
Mayor Oscar Goodman awards Blake L. Sartini the "key to the city"
In turn Santini jokingly gave the Mayor a Martini Achievement Award. The always fun loving and humorous Mayor quipped back, “With this comes with 27 weeks of free Bombay Sapphire (his favorite cocktail).”
At 9 p.m. tavern guests throughout the Las Vegas valley received one free wine, well or domestic pint to toast “Happy Birthday” to the Las Vegas favorite. All Golden Rewards members hitting four of a kind in twos or sevens or non-poker jackpots of $50 or higher Oct. 2 to Oct. 3 won a free PT’s t-shirt, and during those dates, players were also give the chance to earn seven times the points.
Chazz Palminteri Celebrates “A Bronx Tale” Opening at the Venetian Las Vegas
After a successful run on Broadway and touring the play across the country to rave reviews, Academy Award-nominated actor Chazz Palminteri brought his critically acclaimed one-man show A BRONX TALE to The Venetian Showroom. The show debuted on the evening of October 7 with a special Grand Opening celebration and will run for a limited engagement through October 18 (dark 13 & 14).
"Ever since I was a young actor, my two biggest dreams were performing on Broadway and in Las Vegas. I am very excited to be doing my show at The Venetian,” said Palminteri. Although this is the first time he’s presented the show to a Las Vegas audience, film buffs and movie goers everywhere are familiar with the legendary 1993 movie version, directed by and co-starring Robert De Niro, that was based on the celebrated play.
Marilu Henner
Gary Peyton and his wife Monique
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Vanessa Minillo
Photo credit: Terra King
San Francisco Giant Aaron Rowand
On opening night at the Venetian stars in the audience included former boxing champion Mike Tyson, actress Vanessa Minnillo, actor and martial artist Chuck Zito, actress Marilu Henner, sports broadcaster and retired NBA star Gary Payton, pro golfer Tommy Armour III, San Francisco Giant Aaron Rowand. Following the performance there was an after party celebration at LAVO Nightclub at The Palazzo where celebrity guests and show attendees enjoyed delicious Italian specialties from LAVO’s kitchen along with signature cocktails while congratulating Palminteri on his outstanding performance.
A Bronx Tale, written by and starring Chaz Palminteri is a moving, coming of age story based on the actor’s real life experiences while growing up in the Bronx during the 1960’s and the unforgettable people he encountered. Alone on stage, with only a Bronx apartment building façade, restaurant window, and street sign as backdrop, and occasional sound and lighting effects, Palminteri brings an assortment of colorful characters to life in a tour de force performance punctuated by humor, off color language, and powerful heartfelt emotions. It is no wonder he has been receiving top notch reviews from enthusiastic audiences and critics alike (add me to that list) in its tour across America.
“A BRONX TALE is one of those stories that just grabs you from the start and places you right in the world Chazz Palminteri grew up in during the 1960’s,” stated Jason Gastwirth, corporate vice president of entertainment for Las Vegas Sands Corp. “Chazz brilliantly evokes a bygone era of hustlers, goodfellas and charismatic mob bosses who ruled their neighborhood with both compassion and ruthlessness. We continually strive to provide a broad spectrum of entertainment options for our guests and believe A BRONX TALE is a truly one-of-a-kind show with an actor of remarkable talent that will be right at home among our extraordinary entertainment lineup at The Venetian and The Palazzo including Phantom-The Las Vegas Spectacular, Wayne Brady, Blue Man Group and Jersey Boys.”
A BRONX TALE is directed by four-time Tony Award-winner Jerry Zaks and produced by GO Productions, LLC, a Las Vegas based production company.
Tickets are priced at $46, $66 and $86 inclusive of tax and handling fees. The show runs approximately 85 minutes and will begin at 8 p.m. nightly. A limited number of VIP Packages, which include front-row seats and the opportunity to meet Palminteri after the show, will be available for $146 per person inclusive of tax and handling fees. Tickets are available for purchase at any Venetian Box Office, online at www.venetian.com and by phone at (702) 414-9000. For more information about A BRONX TALE visit www.abronxtaletour.com.
World's Largest Helium Balloon Takes Flight In Las Vegas
Cloud Nine, the world’s largest helium, land-tethered balloon was officially launched on October 8 at 3951 Las Vegas Blvd. directly across from Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. Special invited guests took part in the inaugural first flight that took them 500 feet above the Las Vegas Strip. The balloon, developed by Cloud Nine Entertainment, is a unique and newest attraction on the Las Vegas Strip that offers Las Vegas locals and visitors an affordable way to experience Las Vegas from a breathtaking aerial view.
Cloud Nine Entertainment Director of Sales and Marketing, Bert Rhine happily toasts partner, Kevin Michaels, Founder and CEO, from 500 feet in the air at the official launch of the Cloud Nine Balloon on October 8.
Tickets are priced at $17.50 in the daytime and $22.50 at night for children 12 and under, and $22.50 in the daytime and $27.50 at night for adults. Prices do not include tax and service charges. One child per adult under five is complimentary. Because of FAA restrictions, all balloon flights are subject to cancellation pending weather conditions.
VIP passengers from Cloud Nine’s inaugural maiden voyage gather in awe after experiencing the flight inside the world’s largest helium-filled balloon. Michaels and Rhine were joined by Governor of Nevada Jim Gibbons’ Chief of Staff Robin Reedy, Luxor and Excalibur President Felix Rappaport, and about 20 other guests.
Photo Credit: Cashman Photography
For more information visit www.Cloud9vegas.com
Other recent and upcoming “happenings” in and around Las Vegas include:
Just in time for Autumn, The Palazzo Las Vegas embraces the changing colors of the season with a new complimentary attraction in the Lobby and Atrium/Waterfall area for guests and visitors to admire.
The eye catching display features over-sized pumpkins anchoring a whimsical swirling 80-foot vine hand-sculpted from steel adorned with fully dimensional, hand-applied 8 foot copper leaves, curly Qs and large hand-painted pumpkin blossoms that shimmer in The Palazzo Waterfall/Atrium space. The gardens are plush with trees covered in bittersweet to reflect the Autumn season surrounded by a variety of yellow-orange flowers, mums, cat tails and clusters of pumpkins ranging from 300 – 1000 pounds.
The Lalique inspired statue in The Palazzo Lobby’s is draped in a swirling hand-sculpted bronze vine and copper toned leaves with pumpkin patches and a variety of Autumn inspired flowers surrounding the base.
The FREE attraction in The Palazzo Lobby and Atrium/Waterfall area will be on display daily starting September 30, 2009 to November 29, 2009.
The Silverton Casino Lodge recently introduced a new state of the arts bar located at the center of the casino floor. The Flair Bar is a $2 million structure with Thasso stone covered columns and marble floors and showcases eight LCD screens integrated behind a mirrored glass black wall and a bar top that is LED lit.
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Flair Bar
It’s the newest addition to the Silverton family and features 260 fully controlled LED light fixtures that enhance the Flair Bartending Show. As a special ongoing treat talented bartenders juggle bottles of liquor as they pour drinks for visiting patrons.
The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, which opened in March 2003, officially welcomed its five millionth guest on Tuesday night, September 29. As part of the celebration, the five millionth guest, Jason Hernandez and friend were surprised with front row seats to Cher at The Colosseum and a meet and greet with the pop icon. Hernandez from Abilene, TX, had never been to Vegas and was in town celebrating a birthday. He was greeted by staff from The Colosseum while walking into Cher’s show. “This is my first trip to Vegas and I find out I get to meet Cher! Dreams really do come true in this city,” said Hernandez.
The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, which opened in March 2003, officially welcomed its five millionth guest, Jason Hernandez on Tuesday night, September 29, 2009. Hernandez (far right) and friend were surprised with front row seats to Cher at The Colosseum and a meet and greet with the pop icon. Photo provided by AEG Live, Las Vegas
Eleven Spa located at 6611 Las Vegas Blvd at Town Square hosted a VIP reception on Sunday evening, October 4 to celebrate the launch of an exclusive line of Inspirational Greeting Cards from renowned landscape photographer Peter Lik and inspirational coach, Tammy Tier.
Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn
Tammy Tier, Evander Holyfield, Zowie Bowie, aka Marley Taylor and Chris Phillips
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Tammy Tier and Marley Taylor
The event also unveiled Peter Lik and Michael Plumridge captured Hero collection of former boxing champ Evander “Real Deal” Holyfield, who made a special, in person appearance at the spa. Also in attendance was local singing duo Zowie Bowie, aka Chris Phillips and Marley Taylor, along with special invited guests including members of the media.
Longtime Sahara guest Ann Yerton from Norwich, NY won the grand prize of a 2009 Harley Cross Bones motorcycle (valued at $21,270) at the after party that closed out The 2009 Las Vegas BikeFest. Ms. Yerton was shocked and speechless when her name was called out as the winner.
2009 Bike Fest motorcycle prize winner Ann Yerton
Carmen Electra kicked off her 10 day stint with MGM’s Crazy Horse Paris with a performance on October 7 that was delivered with such confidence and sexual appeal. She performed the same numbers as last time (Lecon d'Erotisme, Chain Gang and Etoile de Paris) but is more present in the finale this time around. She decided to forego the use of pasties and went topless the entire show.
Carmen Electra with the girls of MGM's Crazy Horse Paris
Starting Friday October 9 through Monday October 12 the NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA or NACA, a national non-profit that has helped restructure thousandths of loans and keep more then 50,000 Americans in their homes this year, will be holding a FREE mortgage restructuring marathon for Las Vegas residents in danger of losing their homes to foreclosure. Hundreds of staff and volunteers will be on hand providing counseling and assistance to Las Vegas area homeowners with solutions for dealing with unaffordable mortgages to help save their homes. This event is FREE and will be held at Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall 3 and 4.
In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood is donating all money tossed into its popular fountain and rainstorm features now through Oct. 31 to the Southern Nevada Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. In addition, the fountain will emit a constant PINK color and ambiance in between its regularly scheduled water shows, which take place at the top of every hour from noon to 11 p.m. All month long, a number of the Miracle Mile Shops’ stores are featuring special collections, sales and offers benefitting breast cancer research. 20 percent of the proceeds from the sale of GUESS’ Sparkling Pink watch will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Brighton will donate $5 to support breast cancer research and awareness for every Power of Pink Bracelet and Badge Clip sold. White House Black Market encourages shoppers to discover their special Give Hope Collection, which net proceeds from (up to $200,000) will be donated to the Living Beyond Breast Cancer organization.
Drew Gehling will assume the role of Bob Gaudio in the Las Vegas production of JERSEY BOYS at the Palazzo Resort Casino starting October 5 and will be with the Las Vegas company until November 8. JERSEY BOYS performs at The Palazzo Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday at 7 p.m.; Tuesday and Saturday at 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. and dark on Wednesday.
Female magician Scarlett closed her show Abracasexy after the evening’s performance on Monday, September 28. The show only recently moved to the Riviera showroom after a short run in the V Theater at the Miracle Mile Shops.
Also recently closed, was comedian Bobby Slayton’s, (a.k.a The Pitbull of Comedy) show at the Tropicana Hotel and Casino which began on May 5. He had moved there after a stint at the Night Owl Showroom inside of Hooters Hotel and Casino. Slayton is scheduled to tour the country with his show during the coming year.
Cirque du Soleil celebrates founder Guy Laliberté’s Poetic Social Mission to space with free public screenings of “Moving Stars and Earth for Water” throughout the Las Vegas Valley from Friday, October 9th, through Sunday, October 11th. Las Vegas residents will have the opportunity to view the full two-hour event on Friday, October 9th at Town Square Park, the Springs Preserve and the CSN Planetarium. Select performances from the event will also be shown at the Fremont Street Experience on Sunday, October 11th, and on the LED screens outside Fashion Show Mall throughout the weekend.
The 120-minute global event was created in conjunction with Laliberté’s ONE DROP Foundation to raise awareness through artistic illustration of the humanitarian struggles and solutions associated with water. “Moving Stars and Earth for water” will take place simultaneously in Montreal, Moscow, Santa Monica, New York City, Johannesburg, Mumbai, Marrakesh, Sydney, Osaka, Tampa, Mexico City, Rio de Janeiro, Paris, London and the International Space Station, and will feature appearances from artists and musicians including Matthew McConaughey, Salma Hayek, Joss Stone, former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, Peter Gabriel, Shakira, U2, Cirque du Soleil and many others.
At 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 PT’s Pub at Spring Mountain Road and Arville Street is hosting its annual PT’s Pajama Party sponsored by Holland Vodka. The PT’s Pajama Party will feature contests for the sexiest and funniest pajamas worn by guests, and all guests will have the opportunity to be entered to win a 32” plasma television. A live DJ will keep the party going and raffle prizes will be available. Tickets are $10 in advance and may be purchased by visiting any PT’s location; tickets at the door will be $15. Guests receive one complimentary drink with ticket purchase. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will go to HELP of Southern Nevada.
The Gold Coast Hotel and Casino will hold its first ever Poker Run to raise money for the United Way of Southern Nevada on Saturday, October 17. Participants are invited to ride their motorcycles (or cars) on a trek through Southern Nevada, stopping at five locations as they build a poker hand in an attempt to win the $500 Grand Prize. The nearly 125-mile adventure, beginning and ending at the Gold Coast, has checkpoints at Bonnie Springs, Saddle West Pahrump and Mountain Springs Saloon. After the run, participants will be treated to a complimentary barbeque, live performances from Moanin' Black Snakes and the chance to win one of seven $50 door prizes. The registration fee is $25 a person, driving or riding.
The Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open offers all active duty, retired and reserve military personnel and their families with valid identification complimentary admission to the tournament Oct. 11-18 and honors members of the armed forces with its Military Appreciation Day Saturday, Oct. 17.
The Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club and The Village at Lake Las Vegas the host the 8th Annual Hawaiian Isles Festival and Outrigger Canoe Regatta on Saturday, Oct. 17 and Sunday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The weekend full of festivities include authentic Hawaiian cuisine, crafts, art, live entertainment and the outrigger canoe competition. Teams from California, Hawaii, Arizona and more will compete in sprints on the 320-acre lake throughout the weekend. Admission and parking for the Hawaiian Isles Festival and Outrigger Canoe Regatta are free. For more information on this event or to book a r visit www.montelagovillage.com. More information about the Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club can be accessed on the Internet at www.lvhcc.org, or by calling (702) 382-6939.
Las Vegas Avicultural Society (LVAS) also known as “The Bird Club” presents its “Hawaiian Festival and Tropical Bird Expo” on Sunday, October 18, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Henderson Convention Center, 200 Water Street in Henderson, NV. The event will feature authentic live Hawaiian music and dancing and a variety of Island foods for purchase. There will be many beautiful tropical birds on display as well as birds, cages, bird toys, novelty items for sale and hourly raffles with multiple winners and a grand prize drawing. Cost for the “Hawaiian Festival and Tropical Bird Expo” is $5/person, children under 10 free, and free parking.
Madame, the puppet creation and alter ego of well-loved ventriloquist, Wayland Flowers (who passed away from AIDS in 1988) returns to Sin City with her incomparably sassy and raunchy one-woman show at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28 inside the Stage Door Theatre at Town Square. The evening, which will benefit Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN), will also feature a musical performance by singer Hilary Boyd. Tickets to Madame are $20 and may be purchased at www.afanlv.org. Brio Tuscan Grille at Town Square will also be donating 20% of proceeds from that evening to AFAN.
Shock rock icon and innovative showman Alice Cooper brings his Theatre of Death Tour to The Orleans Showroom for three nights, October 23, 24 and 25—just in time for Halloween. Tickets are available now and are priced from $79.95, plus tax. Showtime is 8 p.m.
Las Vegas legend Clint Holmes returns to the Suncoast Showroom with a new show, Clint Holmes Sings the Modern American Songbook, musically directed by Bill Fayne,
October 23, 24 and 25. Tickets starts at $29.95, plus tax. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.
Bloodless bullfighting will return to the United States and Las Vegas at the South Point Hotel & Casino October 23 – 24, 2009 at 8pm. Originally scheduled for September 27-30, Toros Las Vegas has moved dates to better accommodate the bullfighters. Using specially designed adhesive Velcro pads instead of traditional banderillas, rejones and steel harpoons, competitors are able to preserve the existence of the toros while keeping the excitement and skill of traditional bullfighting alive. Tickets to Toros Las Vegas start at just $50.
The Las Vegas Hilton and Blackjack Corvette Club are sponsoring the Monster Mash Car Bash 2nd Annual Car Show for F.A.S.T. (Finding Autistic Solutions for Tomorrow) on Saturday, October 24 at 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Las Vegas Hilton North Tower parking lot. The public is invited to attend. Admission is free. There will be live entertainment, hundreds of custom and specialty cars of all makes and models, food and beverage concessions and “Trunk or Treat” for children who are dressed in their Halloween costumes. 100% of all proceeds from this charitable event will go to Children’s Scholarship Programs for specialized Autistic schools.
The Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada in cooperation with Temple Beth Shalom will host a special event Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, with Tuesdays with Morrie author Mitch Albom. The author will discuss his new novel, Have a Little Faith: A True Story, and host a reception. The event kicks off with a VIP meet and greet at 6 p.m. and the program starts at 7 p.m. Albom will speak about his new book and how it opened his eyes as he ventured into the lives of two extraordinary men who used faith to conquer the odds, forever linked by an unforgettable story. Access to the VIP meet and greet, an autographed book and premier seating at the event come as a package available for a $100 donation. Reserved sanctuary seating is available to Jewish Community Center and Temple Beth Shalom members for $54 and $60 for non-members. General admission is $25 for JCC and TBS members and $30 for non-members. To purchase tickets, please contact the JCC at (702) 794-0090.
Las Vegas favorites, the talented brothers and sister musical act, The Scintas: Joey and Frankie, sister Chrissi and “adopted” Scinta, Peter O’Donnell will perform at the Suncoast Showroom, October 30-31 and November 1. Tickets start from $29.95, plus tax. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.
Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada is hosting The Psychic Fair 2009 Saturday, October 31 from noon until 9 p.m. in the Aquarius Pavilion (2nd Floor of the Arizona Tower). The Psychic Fair will offer a wide variety of different psychics, palm readers, channelers, tarot card readers and clairvoyants. Admission is free and private readings are just $20. Readings may be purchased at the door of the Pavilion.
Celebrity sightings:
Thursday night, October 1…
At Hard Rock Hotel & Casino: Dead By Sunrise, the side project of Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington, performed its first full Las Vegas show inside Wasted Space. In addition to Bennington, the band features the combined talents of Amir Derakh and Ryan Shuck of the band Orgy, Brandon Belsky and Elias Andra from the group Julien-K and Anthony "Fu" Valcic.
Aaron Lewis, lead singer of rock group Staind, spotted getting tattooed by guest artist BJ Betts at Hart & Huntington Tattoo Co.
Over at Nobu, radio personality Howard Stern was seen dining with his wife Beth.
Photo credit: Cody Boor/ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Aaron Lewis
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Artist BJ Betts at Hart & Huntington Tattoo Co.
Actor and comedian Jon Lovitz and two friends dined at Nove Italiano inside Palms Casino Resort.
Friday night, October 2 Christina Milian celebrated her 28th birthday at Tabú Ultra Lounge inside MGM Grand with family and friends. The actress and singer was rumored to be pregnant and confirmed with People during an interview on the red carpet that she and husband, The Dream, are expecting.
Photo credit: Vic Bonadonna
Christina Milan
Paris Hilton hosted a preview fashion show for her new sunglass collection at the pool at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Following, Hilton along with her boyfriend Doug Reinhardt enjoyed dinner at Nobu and later, the couple was seen partying at Body English.
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Doug Reinhardt and Paris Hilton at Body English
Earlier in the day, the hotel heiress was spotted shopping inside Love Jones where she bought Halloween costumes, a Carol Malony dress, several purses, lots of rhinestone jewelry and a Tarina Tarantino necklace. She also purchased panties with Doug’s name on them.
Matt Goss’s brother actor Luke Goss attended Matt Goss’s show inside the Gossy Room at the Palms Casino Resort.
Joel (lead vocalist for the band Good Charlotte, a record producer, and a DJ) and Benji (record producer, DJ and the guitarist and backup vocalist for the band Good Charlotte) Madden had dinner at N9NE Steakhouse.
Friday afternoon Newly single Brandi Cibrian to soak up some rays at TAO Beach with friend Jennifer Gimenez of VH1’s Sober House.
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Brandi Cibrian
Friday night the evening a bevy of celebrities dined at LAVO. Spotted in the dining room were Amanda Bynes, Jennifer Morrison and boyfriend Amaury Nolasco, Krysten Ritter with boyfriend, music video director Scott Culver, Stephen Dorff, Brandi Cibrian and Jennifer Gimenez, Adrien Brody and Emile Hirsch and Victoria’s Secret model Selita Ebanks. Adrien Brody dined with owner and friend Noah Tepperberg. Amanda Bynes popped in quickly to wish LAVO a happy one-year anniversary. Jason Kennedy from E! News arrived with a group of young Hollywood names including 90210’s Patrick Sebes, Zachary Abel from The Secret Life of the American Teenager and Johanna Brady from ABC Family’s Greek. Brandi Cibrian reminisced that it had been just a few months since she was at LAVO, the very same spot where her soon to be ex-husband Eddie Cibrian (who left her for country singer LeAnn Rimes) professed his love for her (following rumors of his supposed affair with LeAnn).
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Amanda Bynes
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Jennifer Morrison
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Jason Kennedy, Johanna Braddy and Patrick Sebes
The party continued as guests journeyed upstairs to the nightclub. Vanessa Minnillo and Nick Lachey were spotted getting cozy in a corner VIP booth. Nicole Scherzinger arrived around 2 am. Aubrey O’Day, who just joined the cast of Peepshow was also upstairs, as was NFL free agent Melvin Fowler.
Photo credit: Al Powers
Nicole Scherzinger
Saturday night, October 3…
Mike Tyson and wife Lakiha Spicer were spotted at The Platters, Coasters and Marvelettes doo-wop show inside the Congo Room at the Sahara Hotel & Casino
Mike Tyson and Lakiha Spicer
Former MLB athlete and manager, Pete Rose dined at N9NE Steakhouse inside Palms Casino Resort. He was joined his friends Mike Bertolini (sports memorabilia agent), Todd Brunson (professional poker legend) and Brunson’s son Doyle.
Upstairs at Nove Italiano, radio and media personality Howard Stern dined with his wife and a friend and were celebrating Stern and his wife’s anniversary.
Dance producer, remixer and DJ Steve Porter partied at Rain Nightclub with four friends. They enjoyed the scene while sipping on Ketel One and cranberry.
At Moon Nightclub, Shifty Shellshock of the alternative group Crazy Town sat at a VIP table with friends where they were seen drinking FIJI Water and Ketel One mixed drinks. Shortly after midnight, Shellshock surprised the crowd with a three-song set.
Photo credit: Joe Fury
Shifty Shellshock and friends
Miss Nevada USA 2009 Georgina Vaughan was spotted partying with friends in a VIP booth at Hawaiian Tropic Zone inside Miracle Mile Shops.
Paris Hilton, along with boyfriend Doug Reinhardt and a group of friends, were spotted having a late dinner at Rare 120 at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Following dinner, Hilton and friends headed over to Body English, arriving at 12:30 a.m..
Photo credit: Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
Doug Reinhardt and Paris Hilton at Body English
Many notable names celebrated the LAVO one year and TAO four year anniversary weekend in Las Vegas.
Saturday afternoon TAO Beach was the place to be, with Breaking Bad’s Aaron Paul, Amanda Righetti from The Mentalist and Californication’s Eva Amurri all joining the daytime party, taking over cabanas along with couples Jennifer Morrison and Amaury Nolasco and Krysten Ritter and Scott Culver. Brandi Cibrian and Jennifer Gimenez took in the sun, Emilie Hirsch smoked from a hookah and ate sushi from a cabana by the pool. Aaron Paul bumped into costar Krysten Ritter. Susan Sarandon’s daughter, Eva Amurri, who is a new series regular on Californication, got cozy in her cabana with her boyfriend.
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Aaron Paul
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Amanda Righetti
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Eva Amurri
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Scott Culver and Krysten Ritter
The celebration continued into the evening as TAO celebrated its four year anniversary. Emile Hirsch dined with his friends and girlfriend; also at his table was actor Aaron Paul as well as Brandi Cibrian and her girlfriends. Eating at a table close by was P. Diddy with pals Tyrese and Ray J. Not far away, Greek star Spencer Grammar dined with TAO owner Noah Tepperberg and Victoria’s Secret model Selita Ebanks. Amanda Bynes dined inconspicuously in the corner with her friend and old costar, Max Crumm. Entrepreneur and celebrity DJ Brent Bolthouse popped in to wish congratulations to TAO’s owners. Jennifer Morrison, who was with her boyfriend Amaury Nolasco, also brought along her brother who had just turned twenty-one. Adrien Brody and Clifton Collins showed up late to dinner, Actress Amanda Righetti decided to get away from the big crowd at TAO and dined at LAVO. Jennifer Love Hewitt and Jamie Kennedy also enjoyed a romantic dinner at LAVO before heading over to TAO nightclub for the big celebration.
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Jennifer Love Hewitt and Jamie Kennedy
The party continued upstairs at TAO nightclub as Diddy took over the mike and treated the crowd to an hour long impromptu performance. Jennifer Love got up on the catwalk where she danced and shook her infamous booty. When the balloons dropped in celebration of the anniversary, Jennifer and boyfriend Jamie Kennedy playfully bounced a balloon back and forth. Amanda Bynes took off her shoes to dance on the couch at her table…she danced until the wee hours of the morning. Upstairs in a skybox, Tiger Woods enjoyed the performance from afar with friends. Rocker Matt Sorum and fighter Floyd Mayweather, Jr. each arrived after 2 am, but still in plenty of time to celebrate.
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Diddy, Mayweather and Tyrese
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Mayweather, Diddy and Tyrese
Chris Willis, known for his collaborations with disco house music artist David Guetta rounded out the night with a performance for the packed crowd.
Mike Tyson and wife Lakiha Spicer were spotted at the evening’s performance of The Platters, Coasters and Marvelettes doo-wop show inside the Congo Room at the Sahara Hotel & Casino.
Sunday night (10.4.09), professional boxer Evander Holyfield was seen at Moon Nightclub inside Palms Casino Resort Sunday.
Also at Moon Nightclub was DJ, musician and producer ATB with four friends.
Actor Shane West (“ER”, “A Walk to Remember”) spotted checking in to a room at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s Paradise Tower.
Tuesday October 5,
Adult film star Tera Patrick along with her mom and sister had lunch at Simon at Palms Place.
I will be back next week with more of what’s “happening” in and around Las Vegas.
